Resident Activities Director Salary in Newark, New Jersey

Resident Activities Director Salary in Newark, NJ

How much does an Resident Activities Director make in Newark, NJ? The average Resident Activities Director salary in Newark, NJ is $61,000 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $51,300 and $78,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Resident Activities Director Salary $42,469 Newark,NJ May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Resident Activities Director Salary $51,300 Newark,NJ May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Resident Activities Director Salary $61,000 Newark,NJ May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Resident Activities Director Salary $78,000 Newark,NJ May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Resident Activities Director Salary $93,478 Newark,NJ May 28, 2024
25% $51,300 10% $42,469 90% $93,478 75% $78,000 $61,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Resident Activities Director designs programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. Plans, implements, and evaluates activities for nursing home residents. Being a Resident Activities Director requires a bachelor's degree. May also manage the facility's volunteer program. In addition, Resident Activities Director typically reports to department head. May require certification as Activity Director. The Resident Activities Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Resident Activities Director typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Job Openings for Resident Activities Director in Newark, NJ
  • Sunrise Senior Living - , NJ
    Overview. The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the nursing clinical leader for the community and is responsible to lead and manage the health and wel...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • Sunrise Senior Living - Mountain Lakes, NJ
    Overview. The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the nursing clinical leader for the community and is responsible to lead and manage the health and wel...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Sunrise Senior Living Careers - Mountain Lakes, NJ
    Overview. The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the nursing clinical leader for the community and is responsible to lead and manage the health and wel...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Sunrise Senior Living - Mountain Lakes, NJ
    Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and wo...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Spring Hills Livingston AL - Livingston, NJ
    Award winning company focused on employee experience. I. NVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE. with. COMPETITIVE. pay, matching 401k, education and training. CARING. ab...
    - 5 Days Ago

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    Resident Activities Aide

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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